How to travel from Aix-en-Provence to Arcachon, France
The distance between Aix-en-Provence and Arcachon is around 580km (360 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 2h 45m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Aix-en-Provence to Arcachon by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Arcachon → Aix-en-Provence if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Train
Fly from Marseille (MRS) to Bordeaux (BOD) then take the train to Arcachon.
- Duration2h 45m
- Flight time1h 15m
- Typical cost€90($90)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Bordeaux St Jean and then to Arcachon.
- Duration7h 40m
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost€115($115)
Bus to Bordeaux Saint-Jean - Terres de Borde, Train
Take the bus to Bordeaux Saint-Jean - Terres de Borde then take the train to Arcachon.
- Duration9h 45m
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical cost€34($34)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Aix-en-Provence and Arcachon
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Aix-en-Provence to Arcachon by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around €34 ($34) and will take around 9h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 2h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €90 ($90).
The distance between Aix-en-Provence and Arcachon is around 580km (360 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 543km (338 miles)
It takes around 7h 40m to get from Aix-en-Provence and Arcachon by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 6h 25m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Aix-en-Provence to Arcachon is to fly and then take the train which takes around 2h 45m and will set you back approx €90 ($90).
The cheapest way to travel between Aix-en-Provence and Arcachon, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around €34 ($34) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Aix-en-Provence and Arcachon. It typically takes around 7h 40m and departs every 4 hours.
There are no direct train services that runs from Aix-en-Provence to Arcachon. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Marseille St Charles and Bordeaux St Jean. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 7h 40m.
SNCF and TGV inOui run train services between Aix-en-Provence and Arcachon. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 7h 40m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Aix-en-Provence and Arcachon. We recommend that you fly from Marseille (MRS) to Bordeaux (BOD) then take the train to Arcachon. instead which will take 2h 45m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Aix-en-Provence to Arcachon. We recommend that you fly from Marseille (MRS) to Bordeaux (BOD) then take the train to Arcachon. instead which will take 2h 45m.
The closest major airport to Arcachon is Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) (BOD) which is approximately 42km (26 miles) from Arcachon. Laleu Airport (LRH) (LRH) and Tarbes Ossun Lourdes Airport (LDE) (LDE) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Aix-en-Provence and Arcachon. The distance is around 684km (425 miles) by road and it will take around 6h 25m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Aix-en-Provence to Arcachon is to take the train which takes, on average, 7h 40m and will usually cost around €115 ($115).
Compare travel optionsbetween Aix-en-Provence and Arcachon
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Train + 2 similar | 2h 45m | €90($90) | 5 times a day | 580km (360 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 3h 35m | €145($145) | 5 times a day | 823km (511 miles) |
| Bus, Plane and Train | 4h 55m | €145($145) | every 4 hours | 871km (541 miles) |
Train | 7h 40m | €115($115) | every 4 hours | 773km (480 miles) |
Bus to Bordeaux Saint-Jean - Terres de Borde, Train + 1 similar | 9h 45m | €34($34) | 3 times a week | 714km (444 miles) |
| Bus and Train | 10h 30m | €46($46) | 4 times a week | 739km (459 miles) |
Drive | 6h 25m | €125($125) | on demand | 684km (425 miles) |
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Airports near Arcachon
The following major airports near Arcachon offer regular flights to various popular destinations within France and internationally.
Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)
- Distance
- 42km (26 miles) from Arcachon
Laleu Airport (LRH)
- Distance
- 170km (105 miles) from Arcachon
Tarbes Ossun Lourdes Airport (LDE)
- Distance
- 189km (117 miles) from Arcachon